Wingville Oregon

Ward, Gladys F. Morin Moser Mrs. – Obituary

Gladys F. Ward, 92, of Baker City, passed away on April 19, 2005, at St. Elizabeth Health Care Center. A funeral service will be held at the United Methodist Church, with interment at Mount Hope Cemetery. Born on October 16, 1912, she married Al Moser in 1927, with whom she had four sons. After Al’s passing, she married Newton Ward in 1977. Gladys was known for her generosity, culinary skills, and involvement in her community. She is survived by her sons, grandchildren, and extended family.

Hill, Donald G. – Obituary

Donald G. Hill, 70, of Baker City, passed away on March 7, 2003, after a battle with cancer. Born on April 6, 1932, in Hot Lake, he spent his life working the family ranch in Wingville while also holding jobs at local mills and lumber companies. A graveside service will be held at Mount Hope Cemetery. He is survived by his wife Martha, three children, and several grandchildren, remembered for his love for family and outdoor activities.

Clarke, F. B. – Obituary

F.B. Clarke, 88, of Baker City, passed away on February 26, 2006. His funeral Mass will take place at St. Francis de Sales Cathedral, officiated by Father Julian Cassar, with a reception to follow. Born on January 2, 1918, in Boulder, Colorado, he served as a combat liaison pilot during World War II, earning a Purple Heart. Clarke married Zona M. Parker in 1947, raised six children, and later founded Clarke and Clarke Insurance. He enjoyed carpentry and was devoted to his family.

Bond, Betty Mrs. – Obituary

Betty Bond, 89, passed away on April 27, 2006, in Baker City. Born on February 11, 1917, in England, she married Cliff Bond in 1944 while he was stationed there during WWII. Betty was a devoted family member, raising four children in Baker City, and cherished time spent at their cabin on Brownlee Reservoir. She is survived by her husband, three children, numerous grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held on April 29 at First Presbyterian Church.

Manners, Rachel C. Buchanan Crimin Mrs. – Obituary

Rachel C. Buchanan Manners, 85, passed away on November 9, 2000, in Ontario. A graveside funeral was held at Mount Hope Cemetery, officiated by Pastor Roger Scovil. Born in the Wingville and Pocahontas areas, she married James Crimin and later Howard Manners, residing in North Powder. She is survived by her son Robert, three grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by her husband, mother, and sister, memorial contributions can be made to the American Cancer Society.

G. Roger Turner – Obituary

G. Roger Turner, 68, of Baker City, passed away on November 19, 2002, at St. Elizabeth Health Care Center. A memorial service was held at Grays West Co. Pioneer Chapel, with a reception following at the United Methodist Church. Born on October 14, 1934, he was a dedicated cattle rancher and contributed significantly to the local agricultural community. After retiring, he worked in livestock auctioning and as a state brand inspector. Survived by his children and grandchildren, he was actively involved in community service and organizations.

Mrs. Dorothy “Eloise” Stewart McKittrick- Obituary

Dorothy Eloise McKittrick, aged 93, passed away on November 30, 2002, in Baker City. A lifelong resident of Baker County, she was born on February 26, 1909, and graduated from Baker High School in 1927. She married Oran McKittrick in 1930, and they operated the Stewart family ranch until retiring in 1973. An active community member, she participated in local events and volunteered at senior lunches and the county library. She is survived by family members and was preceded in death by her husband and son. Memorial contributions may be made to local charities.

Biography of Syrenous Burnett McCord

Syrenous Burnett McCord, born in 1842 in Pennsylvania, was a prominent hardware merchant in Eastern Oregon. After moving to Wisconsin and apprenticing as a blacksmith, he traveled west in 1864. He established himself in the blacksmithing trade before founding the town of Wingville and later transitioning to hardware in Baker City. A civic leader, McCord served as the first mayor and county treasurer, advocating for public control of the city’s water system. He married Angie Speelman in 1871 and had seven children.

Cockram, Fred Joseph – Obituary

Fred Joseph Cockram, a dedicated dairyman and rancher from Wingville, Oregon, passed away on July 27, 2002, at the age of 64, after battling cancer. He was born on March 20, 1938, in Baker City and graduated from Baker High School before studying animal husbandry at Oregon State University. Fred and his wife Annette founded Mountain View Farms and contributed significantly to various agricultural organizations. Following Annette’s death in 2001, he is survived by four children and their families. His graveside funeral is scheduled for July 31, 2002.

McCulley, Suzanne L. Jenkins Mrs. – Obituary

Suzanne L. Jenkins McCulley, 93, of Baker City, passed away on February 14, 2002, at St. Elizabeth Health Care Center. A service will not be held per her wishes, with plans to scatter her ashes in the Eagle Mountains. Born on November 8, 1908, Suzanne was the youngest of 15 children. She married F. Ward McCulley in 1928 and was a teacher and later worked at a post office. Devoted to her church and community, she is survived by numerous great-nieces and great-nephews.

Cockram, Annette Joe Grabner Mrs. – Obituary

Annette Joy Grabner Cockram, 63, a resident of Wingville, Oregon, passed away on May 16, 2001, after a 17-month struggle with cancer. Born on April 3, 1938, she graduated from Baker High School and attended Oregon State University. Annette married Fred Cockram in 1958, and together they created Mountain View Farms. She served as the Baker County Fair Board manager until her retirement in 2000. Annette is survived by her husband, four children, and multiple grandchildren. A graveside funeral will be held at Mount Hope Cemetery.